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Courtland standing beside an ice cream truck, looking toward the street – symbolizing humble beginnings and community presence

Built from scratch. Raised on
hustle. Rooted in Duluth.

Meet the people behind the food

The Intro

We’re Courtland and Rebecca. Between us, we’ve got seven kids... it’s loud, it’s chaotic, it’s real.

Courtland and Rebecca smiling together outside, showing the partnership behind King of Creams.
Courtland surrounded by his kids at an outdoor blues event, reflecting the family foundation of the business. Courtland’s son James installing flooring at the Hermantown location, demonstrating hands-on family effort. Two of Courtland’s daughters smiling in front of a food truck window, representing the next generation.

The Family

Before King of Creams was ever a restaurant—or a truck, or a name—it was just a dream held by two people trying to raise a family, pay the bills, and carve out something that felt like ours.

Built from scratch. Raised on
hustle. Rooted in Duluth.

Meet the people behind the food

Mid-construction view of Truck 3’s interior, showcasing the DIY expansion and operational growth.
Courtland applying vinyl graphics to the Hermantown store window, highlighting branding and expansion.

The Spark

That old converted postal van showed up from West Virginia. It wasn’t much—but it was ours.

The Grind

We were raising a family and working full-time jobs... our kids scooping and handing out napkins.

Courtland and James in front of the first King of Creams ice cream truck, capturing the origin story. Courtland assisting with mural installation at a location, underlining attention to design and experience. Young daughter CeCe adding a sticker to the ice cream truck, showing family involvement and pride.

The Breakthrough

In 2015, we opened our first restaurant on East 4th Street. Hermantown came next...

What We Stand For

We’re not a chain. We’re not corporate. We’re Duluth. And we’re proud of what we make: Smashburgers. Cheesesteaks. Ice cream that makes grown adults grin.

Aisha working the grill at the Hillside location, highlighting the staff’s role in delivering quality. Courtland and his stepson Carlin discussing business operations, symbolizing mentorship and succession. Side view of Truck 4 prior to being wrapped, representing another phase of growth.

Want to know the whole story?

Read the Full Founders Story